portable computers

"This illustrated nonfiction book for middle grade readers explores the history, development, applications and ethics of wearable technology"--Provided by publisher.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about mindfulness and discover how easily it can be applied to their daily lives and interactions with digital devices. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce the content. Full-color photos and . . . leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about emotions. Also includes sidebars, a table of contents, glossary, index, and tips for educators and caregivers"--Provided by publisher.

"Soon-to-be twelve-year-old June is a planner and a problem-solver, and right now she and her friend Calvin are planning a big welcome home celebration for her mother, only her plan falls apart when she finds out that her parents are getting a divorce; June is convinced that she can find some way to get her parents back together--until she starts getting messages on her 'new' laptop (refurbished by a mysterious store called The Shop of Last Resort), messages from JuniePie28 who claims to be her future self, warning her not to interfere in her parent's marriage"--Provided by publisher.

EDM discusses what today's musicians are doing, how they attract a following, and what they are saying through their music.

Provides an introduction to mobile apps and how they can be used, how they are invented, where this technology is going in the future, and more.

Full-color, step-by-step guidance for learning to use Raspberry Pi. This image-driven, visual guide shows you how the Raspberry Pi can be used as a stand-alone computer, a media center, a web server, and much more.

Introduces the Raspberry Pi, a $35 computer the size of a credit card.

"No, it's not dessert--it's a tiny single-board computer for budding computer scientists to experiment with. This versatile product can be paired with simple coding software, such as Python and Ruby, enabling young scientists to create fun and useful computer devices. Readers will learn the history of Raspberry Pi? and gain a basic understanding of computer programming through clear photographs and manageable text. Sidebars, captions, and a graphic organizer offer readers more chances to deepen their knowledge of this STEM-related topic. With accessories, Raspberry Pi? can be used to create music players, digital picture frames, robots, and much more"--Provided by the publisher.

Readers will be fascinated by this practical guide to the Raspberry Pi 2. Covering model B and featuring full-color photographs and detailed specs, Inside a Raspberry Pi 2 is essential for those who are interested in this revolutionary, affordable small computer. Anyone switching on their Pi for the first time will find the full process of setup and configuration a breeze with this manual. The essentials of computing and programming, as well as a variety of recipes to demonstrate the acclaimed versatility of the Raspberry Pi's hardware and software, are all covered.

Text and illustrations explore the different ways that people use technology everyday.